Texans' Nico Collins Fined for Tossing TD Ball to Young Fan

The wide receiver says making the child's day was worth the $5,000 penalty and plans to appeal the NFL's decision.

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins was fined approximately $5,000 for throwing a football into the stands after a touchdown on November 24 against the Tennessee Titans.
Collins said the ball was intentionally tossed to a young fan in the crowd, describing the gesture as a moment the child would never forget.
The NFL cited the act as a violation of its sportsmanship rules, which prohibit throwing footballs into the stands during games.
Collins expressed confusion over the fine, noting he had done similar actions in the past without penalty, but said the gesture was 'definitely worth it.'
The Texans' leading receiver plans to appeal the fine but stated he would pay it if necessary, emphasizing the importance of the fan's happiness over the penalty.